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Ministry of Culture
'Bharat: The Mother of Democracy' captures the essence of Indian Democratic Ethos
Ministry of Culture, Government of India curated an exhibition on 'Bharat: The Mother of Democracy' at Hall No. 14 , ITPO for G20 Summit during 8-10 September 2023. This curated experience displayed the democratic traditions of our country.




She stands confident, self-assured and looking at the world eye-to-eye. Independent. Liberated. On her body, she wears jewellery much like the adornments that are worn every day by women in western India.The actual height of the object is 10.5 cm but the replica was created 5 ft. height and 120 kg weight in bronze.
The history of democracy in India can be revisited through the 26 interactive panels on one side of the pathways where visitors can read content and listen to audio in 16 different languages. The panels include Local Self Governance, Elections in modern India, Krishna Deva Raya, Jain Dharma among others. The exhibition can be accessed digitally on the G20 application.
Democracy is an age-old concept in India. As per the Indian ethos, democracy comprises the values of freedom, acceptability, equality, and inclusivity in a society and allow its common citizens to lead a quality and dignified life. The Rigveda and the Atharvaveda, the earliest available sacred texts refer to participatory institutions like the Sabha, Samiti, and Sansad, the last term being still in currency denoting our parliament. The Ramayana and the Mahabharata, the great epics of this land, also talk about involving people in decision-making. There are also found in Indian textual instances that the authority to govern is earned through merit or common consensus and is not hereditary. There has been constant discourse on the legitimacy of the voter in various democratic institutions such as the Parishad and Samiti. The Indian democracy is truly a festive proclamation of veracity, cooperation, collaboration, peace, sympathy and collective strength of the people.
Ministry of Finance
Auction for Sale  of ‘6.17% GS 2021’, Auction for Sale  of ‘7.27% GS 2026’, Auction for Sale  of ‘6.45% GS 2029’, Auction for Sale  of ‘7.62% GS 2039’, and Auction for Sale  of ‘7.63% GS 2059’
Government of India has announced the Sale  of  ‘6.17 per cent Government Stock, 2021’ for a notified amount of `2,000 crore  through price based auction,  ‘7.27 per cent Government Stock, 2026’ for a notified amount of `2,000 crore  through price based auction, ‘6.45 per cent Government Stock, 2029’ for a notified amount of `7,000 crore  through price based auction,,‘7.62 per cent Government Stock, 2039’ for a notified amount of `1,000 crore  through price based auction,and  ‘7.63 per cent Government Stock, 2059’ for a notified amount of `4,000 crore  through price based auction.Subject to the limit of `16,000 crore, being total notified amount, GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to`1,000 croreeach against anyone or more of the above securities. The auctions will be conducted using multiple price method. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on November22, 2019.
Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the stockswill be allotted to eligible individuals and Institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution  system on November22, 2019. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between 11.30 a.m. and 12.00 noonand the competitive bids should be submitted between 11.30 a.m. and 12.30 p.m.
The result of the auctions will be announced on November 22, 2019 and payment by successful bidders will be on November 25, 2019 .
The Stocks will be eligible for “When Issued” trading in accordance with the guidelines on ‘When Issued transactions in Central Government Securities’ issued by the Reserve Bank of India vide circular No. RBI/2018-19/25 dated July24, 2018 as amended from time to time.
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Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs 
Cabinet allows inclusion of merchant exporters under Interest Equalisation Scheme  for Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval to the proposal of the Department of Commerce for including merchant exporters under the Interest Equalisation Scheme  for Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit by allowing them interest equalisation rate of 3% on such credit for export of products covered under 416 tariff lines identified under the scheme. These products are largely in MSME/ labour intensive sectors such as Agriculture, Textiles, Leather, Handicraft, machinery, etc.
The proposal will entail benefits of around Rs 600 crore to exporters on interest equalisation, for the remaining period of the scheme.
Inclusion of merchant exporters in the scheme is expected to make them more competitive, encouraging them to exports more products manufactured by MSMEs adding to country's exports. Additional exports by them will increase production by MSME giving a fillip to employment generation as MSME are generally in the employment intensive sectors.
The present scheme, which is in-force from 1.4.2015 for five years, provides interest equalization rate of 3% on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Credit tor all manufacturing exporters exporting identified 416 four digit tariff lines and 5% on all merchandise products manufactured and exported by MSMEs. Merchant exporters were hitherto not covered under the scheme.
Exporting community has been persistently demanding inclusion of the merchant exporters also in the ongoing scheme. Merchant exporters play an important role in finding overseas markets, getting export orders, communicating to MSME manufacturers the current preferences, trends and demand for products in international export markets. Merchant exporters also play a pivotal role in exports of MSME manufacturers as MSME manufacturers export significant quantity of products through merchant exporters. High cost of credit equally impact their competitiveness also as they factor the high interest costs in their export costing.
Ministry of Culture
A Special Delhi Metro Train to Commemorate ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ Inaugurated
As part of the ongoing ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav-celebrating 75 years of India’s Independence’ , a specially decorated Metro train was inauguratedat Yamuna Bank Metro Station on the Blue Line today morning. The train was inducted into passenger services immediately after the launch.The exterior of this eight-coach special train has been exclusively wrapped and decorated with collage of photographs and slogans depicting the glorious history of its people, culture and achievements in the last 75 years signifying the spirit of ‘Aatmnirbhar Bharat’. It was launched in the presence of Dr. Mangu Singh, Managing Director, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation and other senior officials
The train has been symbolically launched on the occasion of Republic Day Celebrations to spread the idea of nationalism and unity amongst general public. This special train will continue to remain in service throughout the commemorative period of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
3,131 Smart City projects worth ₹ 53,175 crore have been completed
Government of India launched the Smart Cities Mission  on 25 June 2015 for development of 100 cities as Smart Cities. The cities were selected through 4 rounds of competition from January 2016 to June 2018. As on 12 November 2021, these Smart Cities have tendered out 6,452 projects worth ₹ 1,84,998 crore;out of which work orders have been issued in 5,809 projects worth ₹ 1,56,571 crore and 3,131 of those projects worth ₹ 53,175 crore have been completed.
As on 12 November2021, Central Government has released ₹ 27,235 croreto States/Union Territories for their Smart Cities.
The status of projects in the 20 Smart Cities selected in Round-1 in January, 2016 is given below:

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Smart City
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Tender Stage
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Work Order Stage
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Work Completed
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Total Projects
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Total Amount
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No. of Projects
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Amount
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No. of Projects
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Amount
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No. of Projects
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Amount
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Round-1

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142
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11,874
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565
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26,877
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1,203
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20,129
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1,910
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58,880
Out of 1,910 projects worth ₹ 58,880 crore that were part of the Smart City Proposals of Smart Cities selected in Round-1, 1,768 projects  worth ₹ 47,006 crore  have either been completed or are under implementation. The period of implementation of SCM has been extended up to June 2023 and all Round-I cities are expected to complete their projects within the stipulated time.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Kaushal Kishore, in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
PIB Headquarters
PIB’S BULLETIN ON COVID-19
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- 196.32 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
- India's Active caseload currently stands at 79,313
- Active cases stand at 0.18%
- Recovery Rate currently at 98.61%
- 7,293 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to
- 4,27,15,193
- 9,923 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
- Daily positivity rate 
- Weekly Positivity Rate 
- 85.85 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 3,88,641 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
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Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
IREDA inks Rs. 4,445 crore loan agreement with SJVN Green Energy Ltd. for 1,000 MW Solar power project
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd.  signed a historic loan agreement for Rs. 4,444.71 crore with SJVN Green Energy Ltd.  today, for a 1,000 MW Solar power project at Bikaner, Rajasthan.
The IREDA funded project will connect to 400/220 KV substation Bikaner-II . SJVN has bagged the project through the tender floated by IREDA under the CPSU Phase-II  Scheme for development of Grid connected Solar PV Power Project through competitive Bidding Process based on VGF support.
Speaking on the occasion, CMD, IREDA said: "We are pleased to sanction IREDA’s highest loan amount to SGEL for development of 1,000 MW Solar project. We will be able to support Govt. of India to achieve its targets of 50% share of energy from non-fossil fuels by 2030 through this kind of cooperation. Also, this partnership will encourage green investment and generate both direct and indirect employment opportunities.”
In the presence of Shri Pradip Kumar Das, CMD, IREDA and Shri Nand Lal Sharma, CMD, SJVN, Shri Pradipta Kumar Roy, DGM  and Shri S. L. Sharma, CEO  signed the loan agreement at the corporate office of IREDA. Shri Chintan Shah, Director , IREDA, Shri A. K. Singh, Director , SJVN, Dr. R. C. Sharma, CFO, Smt. Debjani Bhatia, GM , IREDA and other senior officials also graced the occasion.
Prime Minister's Office
PM pens his thoughts on contributions of Professor MS Swaminathan towards making India self-sufficient in agriculture
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has penned his thoughts on the contributions of Professor MS Swaminathan towards making India self-sufficient in agriculture.
The Prime Minister posted on X:
“Penned a few thoughts on Professor MS Swaminathan's indelible contribution towards making India self-sufficient in agriculture. He worked extensively for the prosperity of our farmers.
https://www.narendramodi.in/prof-swaminathan-s-unyielding-commitment-eng ”
“भारतवर्ष में आज हम जिस आधुनिक और प्रगतिशील कृषि को देख रहे हैं, उसकी नींव प्रोफेसर एम. एस. स्वामीनाथन जी ने ही रखी थी। उनके अमूल्य योगदान को समर्पित मेरा ये आलेख…
https://www.narendramodi.in/hi/prof-swaminathan-s-unyielding-commitment-hin ”
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles loss of lives due to bus mishap in Raigad, Maharashtra
Announces ex-gratia from PMNRF for the victims
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives due to bus mishap in Raigad, Maharashtra. Shri Modi has announced an ex-gratia from Prime Minister's National Relief Fund  for the victims.
In a series of PMO tweets, the Prime Minister said;
"Pained by the bus mishap in Raigad, Maharashtra. My thoughts are with those who have lost their loved ones. I hope that those injured recover quickly. The State Government is providing all possible assistance to the affected: PM"
"An ex-gratia is Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased in the bus mishap in Raigad. Rs. 50,000 would be given to the injured: PM"
Cabinet
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Tunisia on Cooperation in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space for Peaceful Purposes
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given ex post-facto approval to the Memorandum of Understanding  between India and Tunisia on Cooperation in the Exploration and Use of Outer space for Peaceful Purposes. The MoU was signed at Bengaluru, India on 11th June, 2019.
Impact:
- This Agreement shall enable the following cooperation in space science, technology and applications including areas, such as remote sensing of the earth; satellite communication and satellite-based navigation; Space science and planetary exploration. Use of spacecraft and space systems and ground system; and application of space technology.
- The Agreement would lead to setting up of a Joint Working Group, drawing members from Department of Space/ISRO, India and the National Centre for Cartography and Remote Sensing, Tunisia which will further work out the plan of action including the time-frame and the means of implementing this MoU.
Background:
Tunisian Minister for Communication Technologies and Digital Economy, during his visit to India in July 2015 expressed interest to pursue space cooperation with India. Tunisia is in the process of evolving space programme and desired to learn from ISRO’s experience for the same.
As a follow up, India and Tunisia have signed the MoU at Bengaluru, India.
Ministry of Coal
Web Portal Launched for Star Rating of Mines in India
Portal to Work as A Tool to Promote Green, Safe and Sustainable Coal Mining Practices
In order to promote green, safe and sustainable mining practices using technology as a tool, Ministry of Coal  has launched a web portal for star rating of coal mines. Union Minister for Coal & Mines Shri Pralhad Joshi launched this portal in New Delhi today which enables all operational coal mines across India for self-rating, their subsequent validation by Coal Controller’s Organization , further evaluation and finally award of star rating.
Based on the star ratings obtained through a well-defined mechanism on this web portal, the highest scoring mines in the country will be awarded in a public ceremony. Besides, all the mines will be given an official certificate by the CCO mentioning their star rating and the particular reporting year. The mines that score from 91 to 100% will get 5 star, 81 to 90% 4 star, 71 to 80% 3 star, 61 to 70% 2 star, 41 to 60% 1 star and mines that score from 0 to 40% will get No star on the portal as per laid down procedures of the Star Rating Policy for Coal Mines in India.
The portal will provide a login to each coal mine for self-evaluation along with necessary documents for testimonials. The field offices of CCO will be provided a separate login to the web portal through which they can access the submissions of self-evaluation. A validation committee constituted through CCO will put the final remarks based on the laid down policy and finally the star rating will be recorded on the portal.
Notably, Ministry of Coal last year had formulated a Star Rating Policy for Coal Mines in India. This policy envisages 50 evaluation parameters in Opencast Mines and 47 in Underground Mines as star rating criteria under seven broad modules namely - Mining Operations Related Parameters, Environment related parameters, Adoption of Technologies: Best Mining Practices, Economic performance, Rehabilitation & Resettlement related parameters, Worker related Compliance and Safety and security related parameters. Coal Secretary Shri Anil kumar jain, Additional Secretary Shri Vinod kumar Tiwari and other Senior officials were also presented at the event.
Ministry of Defence
Army launches Secure Application for Internet 
In the quest for ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, Indian Army has developed a simple and secure messaging application named the “Secure Application for Internet ”. The application supports end to end secure voice, text and video calling services for Android platform over internet. The model is similar to commercially available messaging applications like Whatsapp, Telegram, SAMVAD and GIMS and utilises end to end encryption messaging protocol. SAI scores over on security features with local in-house servers and coding which can be tweaked as per requirements.
The application has been vetted by CERT-in empaneled auditor and Army Cyber Group. The process for filing Intellectual Property Rights , hosting the infrastructure on NIC and working on iOS platform is currently in progress. SAI will be utilised pan Army to facilitate secure messaging within the service.
The Raksha Mantri after reviewing the functionalities of the App complimented Col Sai Shankar for his skill and ingenuity for developing the application.
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Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Modernization of Ports
As a part of Sagarmala Programme, more than 800 projects at an estimated cost of around Rs. 5.4 lakh crore have been identified. Sagarmala projects includes projects from various categories such as modernisation of existing ports and terminals, new ports, terminals, RoRo & tourism jetties, enhancement of port connectivity, inland waterways, lighthouse tourism, industrialization around port, skill development, technology centres, etc. These projects are broadly classified into five pillars of Sagarmala
Under the port modernization pillar, 241 projects at cost of around Rs. 2.5 Lakh Cr. have been undertaken for implementation. Ministry is partially funding 20 port modernization projects at an estimated cost of Rs. 1,191 Cr. Out of total 20 projects, 4 projects worth Rs. 157 Cr. have been completed and 11 projects worth Rs. 868 Cr. are under implementation. The State-wise details of port modernization projects is provided in Annexure I.
In Paradip Port, 4 major capacity addition infrastructure projects worth Rs. 3264 Cr. have been implemented in last 7 years. These projects have increased the capacity of port by 55 MTPA. The details of Port Modernization projects at Paradip Port is provided in Annexure II.
Additionally, Deepening and optimization of inner harbour facilities including development of Western Dock on BOT basis to Handle Cape Size Vessels at an estimated cost of Rs. 3004.63 Cr. has been awarded.
Gopalpur is a notified Non- Major Ports in the State of Odisha. Non- Major Ports are under the administrative control of the respective State Governments. Government of Odisha has informed that Gopalpur Port is developed & operational by Gopalpur Ports Limited  through PPP mode on BOOST basis. Hence, it is the responsibility of GPL to modernize and to augment the capacity of Gopalpur Port.
Annexure I
State wise details of Port Modernization Partially Funded Projects under Sagarmala Programme
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# of Projects
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Project Cost 
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Funds Sanctioned 
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Andhra Pradesh
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1
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86
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43
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Daman & Diu
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2
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92
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46
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Goa
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1
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14
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7
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Karnataka
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3
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263
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74
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Kerala
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4
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72
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57
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Maharashtra
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2
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184
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92
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Puducherry
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1
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44
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44
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Tamil Nadu
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5
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356
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147
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West Bengal
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1
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81
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40
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Grand Total
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20
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1191
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550
Annexure II
Details of Port Modernization projects at Paradip Port
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Name of Project
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Project Cost 
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Capacity Added
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1
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Development of multipurpose berth to handle clean cargo including containers on BOT basis
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431
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5 MTPA
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2
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Development of new iron ore berth for handling iron ore exports on BOT basis
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740
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10 MTPA
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3
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Mechanisation of EQ1- EQ2 and EQ3 Berths on BOT basis
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1438
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30 MTPA
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4
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Development of New Coal for handling Coal Imports on BOT basis
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656
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10 MTPA
This information was given by the Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal in a written reply to the Lok Sabha.
Special Service and Features
1.35 kg gold worth Rs. 65.87 lakhs seized by Chennai Air Customs.
Based on intelligence that gold was likely to be smuggled from Dubai by concealing in aircraft, Indigo Flight 6E-66 which arrived from Dubai was rummaged. On rummaging one unusually heavy white circular disk was found concealed below wash basin in front toilet of aircraft. On removing white paint gold weighing 1 kg valued at Rs. 48.77 lakhs was recovered and was seized as unclaimed under Customs Act.
In another case during surveillance in transit area two heavy packets wrapped with white adhesive tape were found in one of the toilets in transit area. On cut opening gold paste weighing 503 grams was recovered which on extraction yielded 356 grams of gold valued at Rs. 17.1 lakhs and same was and seized as unclaimed under Customs Act.
1.35 kg of gold worth Rs. 65.87 lakhs was recovered and seized under Customs Act.
Further investigation is under progress.
This is stated in a press release issued by Commissioner of Customs, Chennai International Airport.
Prime Minister's Office
PM Condoles demise of Chaudhary Ajit Singh
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the death of former Union Minister, Chaudhary Ajit Singh ji.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister expressed deep grief on the death of Chaudhary Ajit Singh ji. The Prime Minister recalled his dedication to the welfare of farmers and his able handling of various portfolios in the Union Government. Shri Modi conveyed his condolences to his family and admirers.
Election Commission
Election Commission announces Schedule for General Election to the Legislative Assembly of Jharkhand, 2019
The Election Commission of India today announced Schedule for General Election to the Legislative Assembly of Jharkhand, 2019.
Polling will be held in five phases i.e. on 30th November, 2019, 7th December 2019, 12th December 2019, 16th December 2019 , and 20th December, 2019. Counting will be held on 23rd December, 2019 The detailed schedule is attached herewith.
Click here to see Schedule
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Illegal import of Chinese fire crackers
Smuggling of firecrackers of Chinese origin and their illegal sale in the Indian Market is a matter of serious concern. The import of firecrackers is ‘Restricted’ and as such any person who, in relation to, acquires possession of or is in anyway concerned in carrying, depositing, harbouring, keeping, concealing, selling or purchasing or in any other manner dealing with Chinese fire crackers will be punished under Customs Act, 1962.
The use of Chinese crackers are against Explosive Rules, 2008 and is harmful as they contain banned chemicals like red lead, copper oxide, lithium, etc. These chemicals are also highly dangerous and inimical to the environment. Buying Chinese crackers also affect our economy and pose a threat to the domestic industry.
People are hence advised to avoid buying such hazardous Chinese crackers by looking for the labeling details. If the general public comes across any sale or storage of such Chinese crackers, they are requested to inform Chennai Customs Control room telephone no. 044 – 25246800.
Customs department will initiate strict action against any persons who are involved in illegal import, selling and buying of Chinese crackers under Customs Act, 1962, according to the press release issued by the Principal Commissioner of Customs , Chennai.